Do I need to complete customs confirmation before security?
If your Tax-Free goods will be placed in checked baggage, complete the required customs procedure before handing that baggage to the airline. Follow the airport's current instructions for the exact route.
This page is general reference information based on Japan's refund-based Tax-Free system starting November 1, 2026. Procedures and rules may differ by store, refund provider, airport or port, and may change. Please check the latest information with the Japanese government or the store where you shop.